The Tuscan order is a variation of the classical architectural orders, which includes the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian orders. It is characterized by a simpler and bolder style, with shorter columns, wider spacing between them, and a simpler capital with no ornamentation. The Tuscan order was commonly used in Roman and Renaissance architecture, particularly in Tuscany, Italy, where it originated. Today, the Tuscan order is still used in modern architecture, particularly in American colonial and revival styles.
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